civic centre

noun
UK /ˈsɪvɪk ˈsɛntə/
US /ˈsɪvɪk ˈsɛntər/

A big building where people go to use the library, swim, or join fun events.

We went to the civic centre to watch a puppet show.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A group of public buildings in one place, like a library and a pool together.

The new civic centre has a library, a gym, and a theatre.

3. The main office building of a town's local government.

Pay your parking fine at the civic centre on Main Street.

4. A place where the community gathers for meetings and celebrations.

The town meeting will be held at the civic centre tonight.